For the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, UC Press is highlighting books on the relationship between fire, people, and the environment.
Introduction to Fire in CaliforniaSecond Editionby David Carle
In this revised edition, David Carle covers the basics of fire ecology;...
By David Carle, author of Introduction to Fire in California, Second Edition
The following post is an adapted excerpt from Introduction to Fire in California, Second Edition
Could your house survive without firefighter protection, on its own? Do you know the fire-return interval...
The environment is facing unprecedented challenges. Climate change and increased pollution are disrupting access to natural resources, such as clean water and air, and leading to rapid biodiversity loss. It is easy to feel overwhelmed by the intractable scale of these issues, which is why...
The ongoing devastating wildfires across the American West emphasize the reality of climate change and the long lasting impacts of fire and smoke on our environment. The list below feature several UC Press titles that explore the legacy of wildfires and offer steps for addressing climate ...